Reliability Manager

Reliability Manager (Fortune 500 Manufacturing) CapstoneONE Search | Winchester, CT (On-site)We are representing a globally recognized Fortune 500 aerospace/defense manufacturing organization actively seeking a Reliability Manager to drive equipment performance at a growing manufacturing site. This highly technical, data-driven role emphasizes OEE, preventive maintenance, and KPI performance, with some facilities responsibility.Position OverviewDrives OEE improvement by reducing unplanned downtime, speeding changeovers, and eliminating chronic equipment lossesBuilds and optimizes preventive and predictive maintenance programs, including condition monitoring and PM complianceDevelops, tracks, and reports maintenance KPIs (OEE, MTBF, MTTR, PM compliance, downtime, maintenance spend) and drives action against themLeads root cause failure analysis and defect elimination to stop repeat equipment failuresOversees CMMS use, asset management, spare parts strategy, and maintenance planning/schedulingSupports installation, commissioning, and startup of new equipment and CAPEX projectsOversees core facility systems, including HVAC, compressed air, electrical distribution, utilities, and building infrastructureManages outside contractors and service providersPartners with Operations, Engineering, and Quality to prioritize equipment improvementsSupports EHS compliance, including lockout/tagoutPosition RequirementsDegree preferred but not required5+ years of maintenance, reliability, or plant engineering experience in a manufacturing environmentDemonstrated success improving OEE and equipment reliabilityStrong knowledge of PM/PdM programs, CMMS platforms, and root cause analysisExperience with PLC-controlled and automated equipment preferredLean/TPM a plus